Associate Director, Oncology Treatment Site Lead - Southwest Territory (AZ, NM, San Diego CA)
Merck
August 19, 2026
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Associate Director Oncology Treatment Site Lead, responsible for operational support and site readiness for an upcoming U.S. launch of an oncology mRNA-based neoantigen therapy for early-stage melanoma. Responsibilities: lead onboarding and operational education for treatment sites, serve as the primary operational SME, troubleshoot site issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and leverage data to optimize site performance. Qualifications: bachelor's degree; minimum 5 years in healthcare or life sciences, with experience in provider operations, complex therapy workflows, or oncology site activation. Skills: strong operational problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. High-Value: oncology (melanoma), mRNA biologics, early-stage clinical development, product launch readiness, complex treatment workflows, and geographically focused in the Southwest (AZ, NM, San Diego CA). Work Setup: remote, field-based, with ~50% travel. The role emphasizes operational excellence, site coordination, and stakeholder relationship management in a highly regulated, innovative biopharma environment.